COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 矸 is built
Traditional etymology note: 石 (rock) suggests the meaning, while 干 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 矸 (gān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
used in 矸石[gan1shi2]
gānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
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used in 矸石[gan1shi2]
Common words
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used in 矸石[gan1shi2]
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 矸
Say “gān” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
gān
used in 矸石[gan1shi2]
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“矸”。
Zhège zì shì “gān”.
This character is “矸”.
我正在学习“矸”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “gān” zì.
I am learning the character “矸”.
请写一遍“矸”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “gān”.
Please write “矸” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 矸?
矸 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 矸 (gān) mean?
矸 (gān) means used in 矸石[gan1shi2].
What is the radical of 矸?
The radical of 矸 is 石, associated with Not yet classified.